The Ultimate Guide to Mawlynnong – Asia’s Cleanest Village

In 2003, a tiny Khasi village close to the Meghalaya-Bangladesh border shot to fame when it was declared the cleanest village in Asia. Mawlynnong, a village boasting a 90% literacy rate was home to villagers who understood and valued the importance of good civic sense. Soon, Mawlynnong became the model…

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Where to eat in Shillong and Cherrapunji

Crawling traffic, winding lanes, and mesmerizing views aside, Shillong offers a delightful array of cuisines, in addition to its own Khasi food (and other local food). It is quite the foodies’ paradise. The capital of one of the seven sister states of North East India – Meghalaya, this city has…

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Road Trip from Guwahati to Shillong

Beside the mighty Brahmaputra river lies the biggest city in Assam – Guwahati. It is often regarded as the gateway to all of North-East India. The plains of Guwahati are not without their own charms – like the magnificent Kamakhya Temple, sunset by the Brahmaputra, and other city attractions like…

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